Many women will experience a number of different side effects and symptoms of
menopause. Nausea, depression, mood
swings, bloating and more are all common
issues that most women will face when they approach this new time in their
lives. One more popular problem, is indigestion.
Yes, that can easily occur during menopause. Unfortunately, this can be a very
irritating problem.
Indigestion during menopause is common, thanks to gastrointestinal stress
that can occur. Air can easily enter your abdomen and make you feel and even
appear more bulky. But this bloating is typically the norm for most menopausal
women. Unfortunately, it's this gas that is result of bacteria that is present
within the intestines. High sugar foods easily nourish this issue.
A
week digestion tract can easily be the result of your hormones fluctuating
throughout menopause. So can a stressed out gastrointestinal tract. The lack of
estrogen may also cause stress in the gastrointestinal tract as well. In fact,
this is a big part as to why many women may feel bloated or suffer from
indigestion during menopause.
Because
menopause can wreak havoc on all parts of your body, and can cause all kinds of
issues from nausea to bloating, it's highly recommended that you stick to a
healthy diet. Doing so is the first step in maintaining your health, especially
through such a time of change. In particular, your diet should be limited in
certain foods such as sugary foods and drinks, foods high in salt and fat, and
processed and junk foods. All of these, after all, can lead to problems with
the gastrointestinal tract, the digestive tract, and can lead to weight gain.
Aside
from keeping to a good diet, you can also try some other alternatives to
fighting indigestion and other stomach problems, including:
Herbs: Herbs are a great way to sooth the stomach and provide overall menopause relief. Tumeric is an effective herb, as is peppermint. In fact, many
women will drink peppermint tea in order to calm down stomach irritations. Some
other herbal teas that may help include, but are not limited to: raspberry tea,
dandelion tea, lemon balm, and green tea. It's important to note here, that the
most effective teas for stomach related problems, are those herbal teas that
are rich in minerals that will lend a helping hand in maintaining the digestive
system.
Over-The-Counter: Over-the-counter medications may also provide an effective
solution. Ask your doctor for advice on what medications will work best for
you.
Visit
Your Doctor: Sometimes all it takes is a visit to
your doctor. It might not sound appealing, but he or she can easily suggest the
best treatments and possible medications for you. This is especially important
if stomach problems have become severe and no over-the-counter medications or
natural remedies have helped out.
Just
because menopause can be a hard time, doesn't mean it has to ruin your life.
Instead, increase your overall quality of life in order to battle possible
problems and issues related to menopause, such as indigestion and other stomach
conditions.
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